Studie van een vrouwenhoofd c. 1660

"Studie van een vrouwenhoofd" (Study of a Woman’s Head) is a charcoal drawing by Moses ter Borch, created around 1660. This small, intimate work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the delicate features of an unknown woman, likely a study for a larger portrait. The use of charcoal creates a sense of softness and depth, highlighting the subtle contours of the face and the texture of her clothing. This drawing exemplifies ter Borch’s mastery of detail and his ability to convey emotion through simple yet powerful means.